Joyce Springer, 75, of Neptune, passed away on August 8, 2010 at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune, NJ. She was a long time resident of Neptune, and it was her love of others that led her to seek employment that supported this cause. Notably she was first employed at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, NJ as a nurse's aide. She subsequently transferred to Fitkin Hospital in Neptune, where she witnessed the transformation of the hospital into the Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC). Joyce was employed at JSUMC as a purchasing agent until she retired over 33 years later. She is predeceased by her mother, Annie Spratley and daughter, Rhea Joyce Hunter. She is survived by her daughter, Vicki L. Moore, CA; son, Keith L. Washington, Neptune; 6 grandchildren, Tremayne K. Moore, Jayna K. Cheatham, Erica A. Johnson, Quadere Washington, Rheana and Keith, Jr.; 2 great grandchildren, Christopher A. Cheatham and Matthew Johnson,; and a host of family and friends. Special acknowledgement is given to Mrs. Joann Watson. You have been a very loyal and dear friend to my mother, and everything that you've done is greatly appreciated. To my cousin Joyce Brown, thank you for your tireless efforts in these trying times. Mom appreciated it as much as I do now. Finally, a thank you to everyone for your support and well wishes. Cremation has been arranged at Monmouth Memorial Park, Tinton Falls. James H. Hunt Funeral Home, Asbury Park, is in charge of arrangements.